1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 1999 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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 (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VII | Avensis |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |