1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 30 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 159 kg more than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mark VII | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
