1991 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 318 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
