2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 22 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 674 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | E-250 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
