1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 366 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Crown | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |