1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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, both vehicles can yield 172 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Crown | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Crown | Versa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |