1986 Audi 200 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 491 kg more than 1986 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 200 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
