1992 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
