1989 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 1989 Audi 90 and 1989 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 484 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 90 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |