2001 Ford Taurus vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2001 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus, 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Taurus | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Taurus | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |