1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |
