1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 128 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 1978 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
