1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 26 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 276 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Crown Victoria | Tucson |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |