1996 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 171 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |