1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 19 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 50 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark VI | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
