1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 550 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VII | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
