1994 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2067 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Mark VIII | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5255 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
