2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 9 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Cougar | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
