1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 24 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2009 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS 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 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Crown Victoria | IS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
