2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |