2011 Lexus RX vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX, 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, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus RX | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2700 mm |
