1991 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX 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 19 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2387 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX 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:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
