1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
