1982 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 141 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Mark VI | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
