2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 187 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |