1987 Honda Legend vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |