1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 34 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, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 235 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 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, 2012 Lexus RX, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Crown Victoria | RX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |