2009 Audi TT vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 18 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT 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:

2009 Audi TT 1991 Lincoln Town Car
Make Audi Lincoln
Model TT Town Car
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2990 mm


 

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