1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 29 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
