1978 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Crown | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Crown | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2788 mm |
