1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Navigator | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 91 L |
