1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 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 106 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
