2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 28 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | STS | Mark VI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |