1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
