2008 Opel Antara vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 12 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 (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1912 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Opel | Lincoln |
Model | Antara | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |