1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 4,941 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 84 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 576 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VII | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
