2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
