1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | S-10 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
