1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 180 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Mark VII | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
