2004 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
