1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Will |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 274 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |