1980 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 30 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LX 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, 2010 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Crown Victoria | LX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
