1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
