1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1992 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 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Spirit | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |