1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 968 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
