2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Altis | 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Altis | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |