1983 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Crown | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
