1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Crown Victoria | 408 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |