1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. 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) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Riley |
| Model | Mark VII | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
