2004 Acura TL vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 34 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 324 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, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
