2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Dakota | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
