2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |