1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
