2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2797 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Vamos | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |