2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 23 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
