2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 8 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
