1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Mark VI 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 23 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 604 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Lincoln | Holden |
Model | Mark VI | Commodore |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |