1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VI | Carina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |