1969 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Crown | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Crown | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2489 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
