1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VII | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
