1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
