1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2910 mm |