1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 379 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |