1984 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto, 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Crown | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Picanto |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |