2000 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
