1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navigator | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
