2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 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 211 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Navigator | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
