1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Blazer | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
