1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
