2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 938 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
