1980 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Crown | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Crown | Sentra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |