1981 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 80 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
