1983 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1929 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Laser | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
