1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Mark 7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
