2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
