1977 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Crown | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Crown | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |