1989 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VII | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
