2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |