2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1976 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2480 mm |
