2006 Infiniti M vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 27 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1440 mm |
