1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 30 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, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 73 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Crown Victoria | G |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
