2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon 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 176 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 938 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Falcon. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Navigator | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
