1994 Rover 400 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 400 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |