2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 920 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
