1999 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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 (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2633 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
