1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (420 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
