2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Q7 | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
