1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1976 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1976 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Marcia | Crown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
