1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 146 kg more than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Crown Victoria | Actyon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |