2009 Acura TSX vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 597 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TSX (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
