1992 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. Both 1992 Lincoln Mark VII and 1980 Lincoln Continental are equipped with a 4,942 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII.
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 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Mark VII | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
