1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 29 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
