1981 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3020 mm |
