2011 Tata Safari vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1837 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Safari | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Tata | Lincoln |
| Model | Safari | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
