1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 32 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 615 kg more than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | R |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3216 mm |
