1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
