1992 Lexus LS vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lexus LS | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | LS | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |