1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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 VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
