1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Brougham | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |
