2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
