2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 697 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Jazz | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
