2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Crown Victoria | Vixen |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |