1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 170 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 1990 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 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Quest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
