1977 Mazda 323 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 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 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 563 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 323 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
