1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 233 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 68 L |