2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 662 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 160 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
