1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Sport | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
