2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
