2002 Honda Capa vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Capa | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
