1996 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
