1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 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 215 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | LS | 1302 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |