2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
