1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. 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 (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2003 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
