1986 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 221 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jaguar |
| Model | Mark VII | XJ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3032 mm |
