1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 768 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.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
Model | Mark VII | Ram |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3569 mm |