1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Mark VII | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
