1989 Audi V8 vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 645 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | V8 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
