2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
Model | LR3 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |