1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 25 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 173 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | Mark VII | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
