2003 Honda Stream vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream, 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Stream | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |