2000 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
