1991 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 144 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
