1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 867 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Vega | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |
