2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Kuga | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
