2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1742 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Rainier | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 386 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |