1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 4 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-4 | Crown |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |