2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 E-250 (389 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |
