2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 988 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Crown Victoria | J4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |