1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 726 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Mark VII | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
