2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 961 kg more than 1968 Nissan Gloria. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lincoln Navigator 1968 Nissan Gloria
Make Lincoln Nissan
Model Navigator Gloria
Year Released 2005 1968
Engine Size 5408 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2257 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2700 mm


 

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