1978 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | Marina | Navigator |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |