1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Mark VI | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2200 mm |
