2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 767 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Navigator | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2620 mm |