1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
