2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon 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 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Yukon | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
