2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 4 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | XLR | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
