2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |