2008 Acura RL vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |