1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 15 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 984 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Lincoln | MCC |
| Model | Mark 7 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1810 mm |
