1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 90 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 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Crown | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |