2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Borrego | Mark VI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |