2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Envoy | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
