2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Mustang | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |