2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 134 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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 (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
