1984 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Crown | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Crown | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
