1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1996 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 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 68 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
