1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
Model | Minx | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |