1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 29 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Crown Victoria | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2675 mm |