2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 206 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |