1981 Toyota Crown vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra, 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, 1981 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Crown | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Crown | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
