1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1987 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 298 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chrysler Sedan 1987 Toyota Crown
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sedan Crown
Year Released 1972 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5899 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2700 mm


 

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