2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1807 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Pathfinder | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
