2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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 Sport Wagon, 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 Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
