1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2042 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
