1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 640 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
Model | Mark VII | 1200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |