1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 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 (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2447 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 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:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | 929 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
