2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 68 L |
