2005 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1600 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 |
