1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Mark VII | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Mark VII | Kadett |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |