1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2057 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. 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) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Mark VIII | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
