2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |