1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Monte Carlo | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |