1986 Toyota Crown vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 483 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Crown | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Crown | Vixen |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |