1984 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Crown | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
