2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |