1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 28 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 524 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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, 2012 Kia Rio, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | Mark VII | Rio |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |