2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1955 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.

Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.

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