1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 29 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
