1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2002 Pagani Zonda is newer by 19 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2002 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2002 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
