1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Leganza | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
