1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 137 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2001 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
Model | Diamante | LS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |