2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Drifter | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2188 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
