2002 Honda Saber vs. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Saber | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2649 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 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 | 1490 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |