1980 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
