2005 Acura RL vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
