1997 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 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 65 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
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, 1997 Audi A8, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
