2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana, 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Santana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
