1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
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, 2006 Volvo S60, 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark 7 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
