1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2013 GMC Savana. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Mark VIII | Savana |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3429 mm |