2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 120 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 292 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
