1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 528 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
