2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |