1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 154 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 2200 | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |