2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 128 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
