1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crown Victoria | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5980 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3170 mm |