1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 593 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Viper | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
