1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark VII | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
