1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Crown |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |