1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 23 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, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2469 mm |
