1985 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | 200 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |