1998 Proton 400 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 259 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton 400 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
