1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Mark 7 | Record |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
