1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Maverick | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
