1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 78 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Starfire | Crown |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |