2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econoline | 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |