1982 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI.
Because 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VI | Quest |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
