2009 Ford Edge vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |