1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 361 kg more than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Mark VII | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
