1967 Toyota Crown vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Crown | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | MR2 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |