2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2954 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
