2006 MG TF vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 MG TF 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 1977 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2006 MG TF has manual transmission. 2006 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
