1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 522 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 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:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
