2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 22 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 263 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 | 2990 mm | 2910 mm |
