2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica 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 116 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1661 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
