1995 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2627 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Mark VIII | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5265 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
