2010 Lada Kalina vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 12 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 (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2677 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina 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:
2010 Lada Kalina | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Lada | Lincoln |
Model | Kalina | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |