1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Crown Victoria | 4000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |