2000 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2917 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Insight, 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Insight | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 386 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |