1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Crown Victoria | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |