1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 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 (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Maverick | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1361 mm |
