2006 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2182 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | MDX | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
