2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Navigator | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |