1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 31 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Impala |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |