2011 Nissan Altima vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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 (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Altima | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Altima | LS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
