1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40, 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Crown Victoria | S40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |