2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR (300 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 326 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | SSR | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
