1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 179 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark VII | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
