1979 Lincoln Mark VI 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 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 433 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Mark VI | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
