1992 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 21 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 7 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Mark VII | Fusion |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |