2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Colorado | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
