1962 Toyota Crown vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corona (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Corona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
