1979 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 220 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
