2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
