2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
