1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Highlander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |