1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 1609 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
