1986 Holden Drover vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 740 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Drover | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
