1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Continental | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3002 mm |
