2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 1984 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
