1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 32 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Mark VI | E-Series |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 150 L |