2006 Volvo S80 vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2015 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Volvo | Lincoln |
| Model | S80 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4414 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
