1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Indy | Crown |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |