1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 336 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mark 7 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
