1986 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2462 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Venturi | Lincoln |
| Model | Cabriolet | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
