2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | Q45 | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |