1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Mark 7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
