1971 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 494 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
