1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VII | Previa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |