1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |