1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
