2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel 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 238 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
