2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 49 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | Mark VI |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |