1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |