2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
