1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
