1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Concerto | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
