2004 Audi S4 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
