1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark 7 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
