2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 24 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 80 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Wrangler | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
