2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Subaru | Lincoln |
| Model | Outback Sport | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
