1986 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 1989 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
