2005 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
