1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 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 118 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2222 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Renault | Lincoln |
Model | Safrane | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |