1986 Chrysler ES vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1986 Chrysler ES is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler ES. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 469 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES, 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | ES | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
