1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 716 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam, 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Crown Victoria | Bantam |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |