1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 627 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
