1975 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 992 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 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2042 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
