1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2003 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2003 Toyota Crown
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona Crown
Year Released 1975 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2253 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 96 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2760 mm


 

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