2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 23 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | SSR | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |