1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1892 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
| Model | Mark VIII | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
