1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Mark VII | Focus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
