1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 444 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Statesman | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
