2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe 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 (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 866 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
