1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 611 kg more than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2895 mm |
