1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise 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 930 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Mark VII | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
