1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 25 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Crown Victoria | Terrain |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2858 mm |