2001 Lincoln LS vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2001 Lincoln LS and 2001 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lincoln LS | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | LS | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |