1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 21 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF 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 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Crown Victoria | TF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
