1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
| Model | Mark VII | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
