2003 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 15 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2, 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A2 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:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A2 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
