1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet APV, 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
