1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 944 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 944 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |