2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |
