1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Holden Monaro.
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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Lincoln | Holden |
Model | Mark VII | Monaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |