2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 172 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
