1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lincoln Town Car | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Town Car | A3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2578 mm |