1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Vega | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |