1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 33 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 576 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.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Mark VI | Savana |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |