1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1980 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
