1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 883 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
