1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 25 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
