1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |