2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 8 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 1978 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Tacuma | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
