1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Mark VI | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
