1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 490 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark 7 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |