1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |