2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
