2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 728 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
