2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 290 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1999 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1996 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 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Eldorado | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
