1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
