1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 286 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |