1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 19 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa 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 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| 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 | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
