1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 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 65 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 294 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | Trooper | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
