1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 509 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown Victoria | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |