2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
