2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |