1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 1986 Audi Coupe and 1986 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Audi Coupe. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe, 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi Coupe. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1986 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Audi Coupe | 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |