1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown Victoria | i30 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
