2002 Hyundai XG vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG, 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai XG | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | XG | Crown |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |