1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1999 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
