2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 165 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 632 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 80 L |
