2005 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |