1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |