1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 582 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | LS | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
