1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 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) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
