2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Thesis | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |