1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 945 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lincoln Mark VII 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 VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127, 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 VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Mark VII | 127 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
