1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Kingswood | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
