2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
