1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 292 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
