2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (282 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 3 (576 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
