2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 466 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Terracan | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
