1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark 7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
