1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, both 1986 Lincoln Mark VII and 1986 Mitsubishi Starion were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 36 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mark VII | Starion |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1125 kg |