2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
