1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Eldorado | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
