1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 17 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Crown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
