1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 155 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 557 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Mirada | Navigator |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3020 mm |