2004 Buick Century vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
