2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |