1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Impala |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |