1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 636 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1970 Datsun 240Z has manual transmission. 1970 Datsun 240Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |
