2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2700 mm |