1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 3 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Mark VII | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Lincoln | Plymouth |
Model | Mark VII | VIP |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |