1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Camaro | LS |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |