1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Honda Capa is newer by 15 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 51 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. 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, 2001 Honda Capa, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Honda Capa | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Capa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |