1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 516 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.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Crown Victoria | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |