2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Imaj | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |