2000 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1987 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
