1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. 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 103 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2326 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | Lincoln | Rover |
Model | Mark VIII | 3500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |