1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Daimler | Toyota |
Model | 4.2 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |