1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 201 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Crown | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
