2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 2179 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Navigator | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2040 mm |
