2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 772 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |
