2008 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (210 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
