1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 346 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |