2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navigator | 380 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |