2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
