1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
