1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 376 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Beretta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |