2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
