1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 420 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark VII | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
