1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
