1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 442 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Falcon | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
