2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1904 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
