1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
