1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 13 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 94 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Spirit | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Spirit | Crown |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |