1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | A3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
