1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 13 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2069 kg more than 2010 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura TL, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Mark VIII | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
