1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 211 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 106 L |
