1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 29 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark VII | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
