2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 24 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
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, 2003 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2003 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2003 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
