1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | SP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
