1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |