1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | QX4 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
