1975 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark VII 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 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
