1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 389 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Mark VII | Colorado |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |