1991 Audi S2 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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 410 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi S2 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi S2 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:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S2 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
