2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 496 kg more than 1983 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 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
