1984 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3020 mm |
