1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Coupe | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
