1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 16 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Mark 7 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
