1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, both 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 and 1987 Mazda MX-6 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 7 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark 7 | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
