1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Statesman | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | Statesman | LS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |