1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 18 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark 7 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
