2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 1982 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.

Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Avensis 1982 Toyota Crown
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Crown
Year Released 2000 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1338 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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