2006 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 573 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Kyron | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
