1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Mark VI | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
