1993 Chrysler ES vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Chrysler ES is newer by 14 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, 1993 Chrysler ES (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 Chrysler ES.
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, 1993 Chrysler ES, 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler ES | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Crown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 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 | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
