1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Navigator |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3327 mm |