2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Ridgeline | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
