1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
