1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1739 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3023 mm |
