2008 Ford Edge vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2650 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Edge | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
