1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
