1983 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, both 1983 Buick Skyhawk and 1983 Lincoln Mark VII were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Skyhawk | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Skyhawk | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
