1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 708 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | LS | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |