1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 376 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Avanti | Lincoln |
| Model | Avanti | MKS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2868 mm |
