2002 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 1628 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
