1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |