1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 505 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Tribute |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |