1959 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Escort | Navigator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 106 L |