1977 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 33 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Crown | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Crown | Rio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
