2009 Audi TT vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 26 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, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | TT | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
