2001 Honda Life vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 233 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2967 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Life | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |