1977 Toyota Cressida vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 594 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Cressida | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Cressida | Hilux |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |