2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 788 kg more than 1997 Volvo S90. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark LT | S90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
