2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry 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 204 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2610 mm |
