2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 155 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 913 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
