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 |