2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 107 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Lincoln | Avanti |
| Model | LS | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
