2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 333 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Trajet | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |