1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 120 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Quest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
