1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 402 kg more than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Navara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
