1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
