1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VII | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
