2005 Kia Rio vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
