1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Sedan | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |