2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
