2012 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2383 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touran | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Touran | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
