2009 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A4 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |