1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VI | Sienna |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |