1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, both 1997 Ford Versailles and 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Because 1997 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 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Versailles, 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Versailles | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Versailles | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
