1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Intimidator | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
