1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 25 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 583 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Crown Victoria | Edge |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |