2004 Nissan Titan vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1108 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 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
