1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark VII | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
