2008 Acura TL vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2008 Acura TL 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. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
