2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
