1975 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Crown | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |