2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
