1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 666 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan 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 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Titan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3560 mm |
