2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
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 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3890 mm |
