1979 Toyota Crown vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 312 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1970 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Toyota | Datsun |
Model | Crown | 240Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2300 mm |