1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1981 Lincoln Mark VI and 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 925 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier has manual transmission. 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
Make | Lincoln | Vauxhall |
Model | Mark VI | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |