1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 821 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon 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 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Mark VII | Yukon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |