1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Publica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |