2008 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1990 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
