1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 6 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 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Cougar 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:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
