2004 Toyota Allion vs. 1978 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion.

Because 1978 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Allion 1978 Toyota Crown
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Allion Crown
Year Released 2004 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1453 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.7 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2700 mm


 

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