2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Navigator | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 50 L |
