1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 26 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, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 494 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 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX, 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 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Crown | TSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2708 mm |
