1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 751 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Tundra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3221 mm |