1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 17 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Mark VII | Alto |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |