1998 Ford Royale vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
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 Royale, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Royale 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 Royale | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Royale | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |