1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark VII 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 VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Mark VII | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |