1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Toyota Crown is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Peugeot 404 | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 404 | Crown |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |