1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 190 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Crown | ATS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
