2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
