1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 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 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1980 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Intrepid | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 262 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |