1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |