1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Fit |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |