1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 56 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
