2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2410 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lincoln |
| Model | Montana | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
