1989 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Mark VII | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VII | Avalon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |