1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 67 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Avanti | Lincoln |
Model | Avanti | LS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |