2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
