2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
