2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lincoln | Buick |
| Model | Mark LT | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2760 mm |
