2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 166 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.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sorento | Mark VI |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |