1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Caprice and 1996 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Caprice 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Caprice Crown Victoria
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 179 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2920 mm


 

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