1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon, 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Talon | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
