1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VI | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
