1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 331 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 Jensen FF | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Crown Victoria | FF |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |