1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 19 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Crown Victoria | B2300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |