2000 Acura Integra vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 19 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, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra 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 245 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra 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:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | Integra | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
