1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 243 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1503 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
