2009 Lexus GS vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown. 2009 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
