1974 Holden Torana vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana 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:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Torana | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
