2001 Lada 111 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 22 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lada 111, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2001 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada 111 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | 111 | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |