1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark VI | Celica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |