1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 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 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |