2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 1983 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 1983 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 (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
