2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Crown Victoria | 1609 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |