1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 74 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
