1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1984 Saab 99
To start off, both 1984 Lincoln Mark VII and 1984 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 504 kg more than 1984 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Saab 99, 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 1984 Saab 99 | |
Make | Lincoln | Saab |
Model | Mark VII | 99 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |