2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |