1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
