2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Rainier | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |