1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 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. Both 1992 Chevrolet Suburban and 1982 Lincoln Mark VI are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 325 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 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2910 mm |
