1980 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Crown | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |