1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 27 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 416 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Crown Victoria | ION |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
