1975 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Crown | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
