1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 136 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Mark VI | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
