2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 210 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2440 mm |
