1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Mark 7 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
