1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra, 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sintra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |