1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 389 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Avanti | Lincoln |
| Model | Avanti | MKX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |
