1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | GTO |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
