2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Crown |
Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2700 mm |