2004 Audi A3 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A3 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |