2001 Acura RL vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 31 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
