1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 41 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Mark 7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
