2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
