1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Crown Victoria | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |