1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
