2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
