1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Electra | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
