1984 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 694 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 90 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
