2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
