1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica 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 93 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 592 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
