2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla 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) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1737 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
