1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Roadmaster | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |