1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 214 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |