1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 341 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
