2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 390 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Express | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |