1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 371 kg more than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mark VII | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
