2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX56 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |