1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Mark VII | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |