1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Cube |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
