2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
