1997 Tatra T700 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1997 Tatra T700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T700 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
