1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Mark VI | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
