1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
