1992 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark VII | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
