2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sorento | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
