2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
