1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 92 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Shadow | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
