1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford Crown Victoria 2005 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Crown Victoria Focus
Year Released 1979 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4186 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1171 kg
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2710 mm


 

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