1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 82 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 021 C | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
