1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 114 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza.
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 Venza, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VI | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |