1963 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Crown | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
