1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Mark VII | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
