2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |
