1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. Both 1991 Lincoln Mark VII and 1981 Lincoln Continental are equipped with a 4,942 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Mark VII | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
