2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |