1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Conquest | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |