1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
