1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 484 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Crown | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Sorento |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |