2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Montero | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |