2004 Saab 9-7X vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 9-7X | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
