1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Brisa | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
